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Elsevier's Life Sciences collection helps researchers get comprehensive coverage and up-to-date information on the study of living organisms, their processes, and interrelationships, spanning disciplines like biology, genetics, and biochemistry, and addressing emerging trends such as genomics, biotechnology, and sustainability, essential for advancing knowledge and driving innovation in the field.

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    • A Quick Reference to Obstetric Anesthesia

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Adithya Devadas Bhat + 1 more
      • English
      A Quick Reference to Obstetric Anesthesia is a comprehensive resource on the latest in anesthetic care for the pregnant patient. It covers the newest evidence on various critical topics in obstetric anesthesia, helping scientists identify opportunities for translational research. The inclusion of recommended perioperative protocols provides definitive references for optimal care. This book serves as an "in the moment" tool for solving challenging clinical problems, while functioning as a reference for both experienced clinicians and trainees. It also includes relevant patient management protocols, plus numerous emerging topics which are lacking in presently available texts.A Quick Reference to Obstetric Anesthesia is meant for anyone seeking immediately accessible research for real-time care of pregnant patients. Its approachable yet deep knowledge base will be appreciated by obstetric professionals at every level.

    • Fundamentals of Space Medicine and Clinical Technology

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Ethan Waisberg + 2 more
      • English
      Fundamentals of Space Medicine and Clinical Technology is a comprehensive guide that delves into the advanced technologies utilized in space medicine today. The book is structured into three sections: an introduction to the physiology of space medicine, a detailed overview of various space medicine technologies, and the application of these technologies on Earth. Authored by leading experts in the field, it aims to bridge the gap between space medicine physiology and technological advancements, offering valuable insights. Additionally, the book serves as a useful resource for doctors, engineers, commercial industries, and governments, highlighting the significance of translational applications of space medicine technologies.This is a pivotal read for anyone interested in the intersection of space exploration and medical science.

    • Lipid Analysis in Biology, Health, and Disease

      • 1st Edition
      • September 26, 2025
      • Sanjoy K. Bhattacharya
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Lipid Analysis in Biology, Health, and Disease bridges the gap between discovery science and clinical lipidology, empowering both scientific and medical communities to apply lipid analysis and understanding in new research, as well as diagnosis and management of diseases. Here, international experts in the field begin with the basic biology of the lipids, followed by methods and technology for study, and lipids in lab medicine and epidemiology. This book uniquely combines biology and analysis to drive healthcare advances, with a diverse range of technologies and analytic methods considered.Basic lipid biology chapters discuss membrane expansion, lysosomal positioning, mitochondrial biogenesis, lipid-protein interactions, molecular dynamics, cholesterol transport, immune activation and inflammation, lipid droplets, and gender differences in lipid metabolism. Each disease chapter incorporates basic lipid epidemiology, risk factors, and genetic associations.

    • Research in Anatomy

      • 1st Edition
      • August 20, 2025
      • Hosam Eldeen Elsadig Gasmalla
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Research in Anatomy: A Comprehensive Guide in Anatomical Sciences and Education aims to provide a comprehensive overview of contemporary anatomical research methods. It fills a critical gap in anatomical research methodologies. While many texts cover general research methods or specific topics, there is a lack of comprehensive resources that encompass the various approaches in anatomical studies. It serves as a valuable resource for students, educators and researchers in the anatomical sciences and related disciplines.The book is divided into two parts. Part one is the introductory section, which covers the fundamentals of anatomical research through seven chapters. It starts by providing brief descriptions and examples of various research designs and offering a step-by-step guide on how to conduct systematic literature searches. Subsequent chapters in this section compare human and animal studies in anatomical research, discuss how to conduct systematic reviews, cover essential aspects of data analysis and management in anatomical research, outline methods for sharing anatomy research findings, and highlight the vital role of cadavers in advancing anatomical knowledge and medical education. Finally, this section explores the methods and approaches used to study and improve anatomy education.The second section explores various specialised research areas in detail. It provides guidance and insights on several topics, including developmental anatomy research, the use of surgical observations for anatomical research, and morphometric studies in anatomy. Additionally, it discusses the application of medical imaging tools for anatomical studies and the significance of macroscopic and microscopic examination and imaging techniques in neuroanatomical research. Finally, this section explores anatomical variability

    • Taxonomic Impediments of the Benthic Infauna; Potential Solutions and Consequences

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 101
      • October 31, 2025
      • English
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      Taxonomic Impediments of the Benthic Infauna; Potential Solutions and Consequences, Volume 101 in the Advances in Marine Biology series, explores the critical role of taxonomy in understanding and conserving marine biodiversity. This volume presents a comprehensive review of the taxonomic challenges facing marine invertebrates and potential solutions through molecular and genetic advancements. Topics include advancing marine invertebrate biodiversity research in South Africa, the current status of DNA barcoding for marine invertebrates, and identification challenges in ASEAN countries and their management implications.Additio... chapters examine benthic communities around Australia and their role in marine park management, taxonomic and conservation challenges in the southwestern Atlantic, and strategies for biodiversity inventories in poorly studied marine areas. The volume also highlights specific case studies on Mauritanian sponges, benthic copepods using molecular methods, and taxonomic barriers to echinoderm biogeography and conservation.

    • Therapeutics of Natural and Synthetic Compounds in Protease-Induced Cancer

      • 1st Edition
      • August 27, 2025
      • Sajal Chakraborti
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Therapeutics of Natural and Synthetic Compounds in Protease Induced Cancer presents a detailed discussion on the role of therapeutic and synthetic compounds in proteases and how they have been utilized to develop anticancer drugs, covering both their structure and functions. In addition, the book explores the experimental and theoretical aspects of natural and synthetic compound design based on proteases. Sections bridge the gap between fundamental and translational research, with applications in the biomedical and pharmaceutical industry, making it a thought-provoking read for basic and applied scientists engaged in biomedical research.In 23 chapters, this book gives both insights on the general aspects of the role of natural and synthetic compounds in cancer therapeutics, in cancer development, treatment, and their use in clinical trails. Given the breadth and depth of information covered in the respective contributions, the book will be immensely useful for researchers in oncology and for those working to identify targets for drug development.

    • Healthcare Applications of Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence

      • 1st Edition
      • August 19, 2025
      • Boris Galitsky
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Healthcare Applications of Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of neuro-symbolic (NS) artificial intelligence (AI), presenting the most recent advances in deep learning and integration of NS systems and large language models (LLMs). This book evaluates traditional approaches, current approaches, as well as the author’s own approach to NS, to create hybrid architectures and reasoning techniques to overcome the limitations of most existing AI systems such as deep learning, neural networks, and symbolic AI.This book will be a welcome resource for researchers and graduate students in AI, natural language processing, and biomedical informatics, as well as professionals in software development looking to redesign current systems to leverage LLMs through the health application of NS architecture.

    • Less-Supervised Segmentation with CNNs

      • 1st Edition
      • September 9, 2025
      • Jose Dolz + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Less-Supervised Segmentation with CNNs: Scenarios, Models and Optimization reviews recent progress in deep learning for image segmentation under scenarios with limited supervision, with a focus on medical imaging. The book presents main approaches and state-of-the-art models and includes a broad array of applications in medical image segmentation, including healthcare, oncology, cardiology and neuroimaging. A key objective is to make this mathematical subject accessible to a broad engineering and computing audience by using a large number of intuitive graphical illustrations. The emphasis is on giving conceptual understanding of the methods to foster easier learning.This book is highly suitable for researchers and graduate students in computer vision, machine learning and medical imaging.

    • Applied Mathematical Modeling for Biomedical Robotics and Wearable Devices

      • 1st Edition
      • August 29, 2025
      • S. Sountharrajan + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Applied Mathematical Modelling for Biomedical Robotics and Wearable Devices delves into the innovative convergence of mathematical frameworks and biomedical engineering. The book begins by exploring how advanced mathematical modelling underpins the development and optimization of robotic systems and wearable technologies tailored for medical applications. With a strong emphasis on practical implementation, it serves as a bridge between theoretical concepts and real-world engineering challenges in the healthcare sector. Readers will gain insights into the transformative role of mathematical techniques that drive precision, functionality, and human-centric design in cutting-edge medical technologies.The book also covers interdisciplinary applications, integrating domains like biomechanics, sensor technology, and data analytics. By highlighting case studies and real-world scenarios, it showcases practical advancements in wearable devices that monitor health metrics and robotic systems that assist in surgical procedures.

    • Handbook of Intervention Science

      • 1st Edition
      • September 9, 2025
      • Laura N.Gitlin + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Handbook of Intervention Science: From Design to Implementation discusses multiple approaches for developing and advancing interventions at the individual, family, community, health system, and policy level. The book focuses on creating interventions suitable for diverse populations from racial, ethnical, geographical, and socioeconomical perspectives. Combining best practices with a practical approach, the book enables readers to advance their intervention research. It covers intervention design, data capture in trials, and evaluation. Decision trees help illustrate when to move forward with an implementation relative to the need for further work.

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